Magnetic Seizure Therapy for Psychotic Disorders

This study tests magnetic seizure therapy (MST) — a newer brain stimulation treatment similar to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) but more targeted — for people with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders who are not responding well to medication. MST uses magnetic pulses to induce a brief, controlled seizure in specific brain areas. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 18 and 55 years old - You have been diagnosed with schizophrenia or another primary psychotic disorder (per DSM-5) - Your symptom severity score (PANSS) is 60 or above - You are able to provide informed consent **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a pacemaker or metal implants that make magnetic stimulation unsafe - You have a history of seizures or epilepsy - You are pregnant - You have significant substance use disorder Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.